The Day My 2 Bad Habits Died

[Diesel2112]

Diesel,

Thanks for the kind words and insight brother. I'll take part in that roll call, seems like a solid way to do things.

As far as quitting herb, it's easy. Done it many times before, sometimes for a month or two, sometimes longer. More of a mind game than anything.

That said, I always had chew to fall back on when I'd quit.

Quitting both, for me, is a statement to myself and the world around me--I don't need to have bad habits and they don't define me. Like you said, the costs can very easily be the ultimate price.

Again, thanks for the words! Take care-

Anytime bro. I'm pulling for you and am quit with you today.

[fivetimesone]

Diesel,

Thanks for the kind words and insight brother. I'll take part in that roll call, seems like a solid way to do things.

As far as quitting herb, it's easy. Done it many times before, sometimes for a month or two, sometimes longer. More of a mind game than anything.

That said, I always had chew to fall back on when I'd quit.

Quitting both, for me, is a statement to myself and the world around me--I don't need to have bad habits and they don't define me. Like you said, the costs can very easily be the ultimate price.

Again, thanks for the words! Take care-

[Diesel2112]

Hello all-

First off I wanna say how cool this little community is. I anticipate support and inspiration from others. I think that'll help me quite a bit.

I'm 29 1/2. I started smoking weed at 16, I started chewing at 18. For too long I've latched onto these two things to get me through my day. They've become crutches. For a long time, very few things have given me more pleasure (in a run-of-the-mill day) than taking out a big chew I'd savored for an hour or so to take a huge rip of flame weed--but even that feeling of satisfaction is short lived. It seems like the only thing I really look forward to. That's why I'm quitting.

I'll say this--I feel both have severely held me back in my progression as a man. I'm stuck in a childish rut. Even now as I write this there's a part of my mind that's trying to convince me not to quit--even though a large part of me knows quitting will ultimately bring me good things.

A rundown of my "why"-

I'm a good looking guy--but chewing has ruined more than one opportunity with the ladies.
-My teeth are nice but dingy (and maybe don a spec of chew or two).
-My face is attractive but spotted with acne/irritation, mostly in the spots on my face where I put my chew (or tense while spitting).

Smoking weed has had a similar effect.
-I have an IQ around 140, but my mind is ALWAYS cloudy.
-My short-term memory is fucked, and I have lost a lot of confidence in my problem-solving ability.
-I find myself de-motivated to do things I know I should.
-My communication with others is hindered because I'm so deep in my own head trying to come off as sober.

I need to start a new chapter, one where chewing and smoking weed aren't the first things on my mind when I wake up. One where they're not on my mind at all--because I fully understand the cost.

Over the duration of my habits, I estimate I've spent roughly $50k on weed and $20k on chew. Almost $70k on two things that've held me back. Sure, they've given me some great moments I'll never regret as well--but at the cost of my health and well-being? Tough to think about.

I could've payed off my college loans with that. I could've bought a brand new luxury car, two decent new cars, or a decent portion of a home with that money. I think about how much different my life would be.

I have a great job. I still have my health. But one piss test goes wrong, my life is wrecked. And how many more times can I feel insecure about smiling or flirting with a girl because of the spots on my face?

This, for me, is about standing up for my self, my future and coming into my own. About growing out of a phase that if continued will ruin the dreams I have for myself in one way or another.

So, that's day one. If anyone who happens to've read this has quit both of these things, hit me up and let me know how you did it. Thanks all-

fivetimesone
Quit Day:11/28/2012

Cant help you with the weed part but can with the chew. It sounds like you really want to do this, but actions speak louder than words. Go up to the Salmon Colored WELCOME CENTER tab and get a good idea what role call is and how to do it.

I will give you this bit of advice...READ, READ, AND READ SOME MORE. Read what to expect when you quit, the words of wisdom, the hall of fame speeches, all the intro threads, all the info about nic addiction and how it works. Go off the site and READ some more, look a pictures of fucked up mouths, dudes with half a face from chewing, read the Tom and Jenny Kern story. You're a guy with a high iq go out and get a book called "Easy way to stop smoking" by Alan Carr. It's about quitting cigarretes but explains beautifully how nicotine works and why you don't need it. Do the same for weed, I'm sure there's shit out there for you. Hell I even think there's a section on this site for guys trying to quit weed. (Not 100% sure on that though).

Nicotine is your enemy now. You have to prepare yourself for battle, you have to educate yourself on your enemy. You can do this. Lean on us if you have any questions, get numbers from guys in your group, ask questions, jump in chat, excercise, beat off more, whatever it takes to keep you quit.

If you need anything, pm me anytime.

You got this!!!!!

[fivetimesone]

Hello all-

First off I wanna say how cool this little community is. I anticipate support and inspiration from others. I think that'll help me quite a bit.

I'm 29 1/2. I started smoking weed at 16, I started chewing at 18. For too long I've latched onto these two things to get me through my day. They've become crutches. For a long time, very few things have given me more pleasure (in a run-of-the-mill day) than taking out a big chew I'd savored for an hour or so to take a huge rip of flame weed--but even that feeling of satisfaction is short lived. It seems like the only thing I really look forward to. That's why I'm quitting.

I'll say this--I feel both have severely held me back in my progression as a man. I'm stuck in a childish rut. Even now as I write this there's a part of my mind that's trying to convince me not to quit--even though a large part of me knows quitting will ultimately bring me good things.

I need to start a new chapter, one where chewing and smoking weed aren't the first things on my mind when I wake up. One where they're not on my mind at all--because I fully understand the cost.

Over the duration of my habits, I estimate I've spent roughly $50k on weed and $20k on chew. Almost $70k on two things that've held me back. Sure, they've given me some great moments I'll never regret as well--but at the cost of my health and well-being? Tough to think about.

I could've payed off my college loans with that. I could've bought a brand new luxury car, two decent new cars, or a decent portion of a home with that money. I think about how much different my life would be.

I have a great job. I still have my health. But one piss test goes wrong, my life is wrecked. And how many more times can I feel insecure about smiling or flirting with a girl because of the spots on my face?

This, for me, is about standing up for my self, my future and coming into my own. About growing out of a phase that if continued will ruin the dreams I have for myself in one way or another.

So, that's day one. If anyone who happens to've read this has quit both of these things, hit me up and let me know how you did it. Thanks all-

fivetimesone
Quit Day:11/28/2012